China Methylaminoformyl chloride（MCC）C2H4ClNO CAS:6452-47-7 Manufacturers, Exporter

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China Methylaminoformyl chloride（MCC）C2H4ClNO CAS:6452-47-7 Manufacturers, Exporter

Pure Methylaminoformyl chloride is a white crystal with a melting point of 45â„ƒ (decomposes). It is soluble in organic solvents such as benzene and other organic solvents. It decomposes upon contact with alkali or moisture and is prone to explosion. It is unstable at high temperatures and can cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract.

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Product Description

Product Introduction

Pure Methylaminoformyl chloride is a white crystal with a melting point of 45°C (decomposes). It is soluble in organic solvents such as benzene and other organic solvents. It decomposes upon contact with alkali or moisture and is prone to explosion. It is unstable at high temperatures and can cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. An intermediate of carbamate insecticides and herbicides. Methyl carbamoyl chloride is prepared by the reaction of methylamine with phosgene.

Key Features

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Form: White to off-white solid.
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Solubility: Soluble in acetonitrile, chloroform (in small amounts), and DMSO.
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Stability: Sensitive to air, hygroscopic, moisture-sensitive, volatile.

Applications

Formylcarbamoyl chloride can be widely used as an intermediate for carbamate insecticides such as metolachlor, carbaryl, isocarbaryl, methomyl, metrifluazin and metrifluazinoxime.

Packaging Options

📦 25KG Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What are the primary applications of Methylaminoformyl chloride?

A1: It is primarily used as a key chemical intermediate in the production of carbamate insecticides and herbicides, including metolachlor, carbaryl, isocarbaryl, methomyl, metrifluazin, and metrifluazinoxime.

Q2: What is the physical state and solubility of this compound?

A2: It is a white to off-white crystalline solid. It has a melting point of 45°C (at which it decomposes) and is soluble in organic solvents such as benzene, acetonitrile, DMSO, and small amounts of chloroform.

Q3: Are there any specific storage or stability concerns?

A3: Yes. The compound is air-sensitive, highly hygroscopic, moisture-sensitive, and volatile. It is unstable at high temperatures and will decompose upon contact with moisture or alkali materials, which can potentially lead to an explosion.

Q4: How is Methylaminoformyl chloride packaged?

A4: The standard commercial packaging for this chemical intermediate is in 25KG bags, designed to preserve product stability during transport and storage.

Q5: What safety hazards should be noted during handling?

A5: It can cause severe irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. Because it is unstable at high temperatures and decomposes reactively with water/alkali, it must be handled with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in a well-ventilated, dry environment.